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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which discusses subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses. The latest gains in electronic educational technology have provided the means for learners in nations all around the world to take courses via the Internet. Massively open online courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning organizations are struggling with today because elearning technology is improving so quickly. How can institutions certify that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by organizations like Canada to conduct these MOOC courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and many other stakeholders want to better comprehend the outcomes of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Educators want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing demand for details the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also examines the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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